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China slams Philippines’ decision to acquire US Typhon missile system

The Philippines has announced plans to buy the United States’ Typhon missile system, triggering China to warn of an impending “arms race” in the Asia Pacific region. Philippine military chief Lieutenant-General Roy Galido said on Monday that the country would acquire the mid-range missile system, already deployed by the US army on its territory for annual joint military exercises, “for …

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Arrest warrant against former cricketer Robin Uthappa in PF fraud case

Deccan Chronicle

An arrest warrant has been issued against former Indian cricketer Robin Uthappa over allegations of fraud involving Employee Provident Fund contributions. The warrant, issued pertains to a sum of ₹23.36 lakh that was allegedly not deposited into employee accounts while Uthappa served as a director of Centaurus Lifestyle Brands Pvt Ltd. The warrant was issued by Shadakshara Gopal Reddy, Regional …

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2 days, 9 hours ago

LIVE | Kerala Lottery Result Today (21.12.2024): KARUNYA KR-685 SATURDAY 3 PM Draw DECLARED

ABP News

Kerala Lottery Result Saturday : The Government of Kerala oversees the Kerala State Lotteries program. The scheme's main goal is to give financial support to Kerala's underprivileged population who are afflicted with life-threatening illnesses like cancer, hemophilia, kidney, and heart problems, as well as palliative care. The Kerala State Lotteries consist of six bumper lotteries annually, a monthly draw, and …

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2 days, 17 hours ago

Regional court faults El Salvador for denying a mother’s access to abortion, violating her rights

Associated Press

SAN SALVADOR, El Salvador — The Inter-American Court of Human Rights on Friday found El Salvador’s government responsible for violating the rights of a young Salvadoran woman who was denied an abortion of her anencephalic fetus in a country with a total ban on abortions. The Costa Rica-based regional court said the government was responsible for obstetric violence, health violations …

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3 days ago

An ethnic armed group in western Myanmar claims to have captured a major regional army headquarters

Associated Press

BANGKOK — A powerful ethnic armed group in western Myanmar claimed Friday to have scored a major victory in the war against the ruling military, even as neighboring nations at a meeting in Thailand were discussing efforts to end the conflict peacefully. Rakhine has become a focal point for Myanmar’s nationwide civil war, in which pro-democracy guerrillas and ethnic minority …

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Naovina Development Of IP And Research Foundation: Round Table Discussion On Strengthening IP For Innovation & Cultural Preservation In South Asia [21st - 22nd Dec]

Live Law

The Centre for Development of Intellectual Property and Research, Naovina Development of Intellectual Property and Research Foundation, announces the Round Table Discussion as part of the South Asian Global Intellectual Property Summit, 2024. This Round Table Discussion is a two days virtual event that brings together leading policymakers, academicians, industry professionals, and IP experts from across South Asia to address …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

Tripura to host much-awaited 72nd North Eastern Council Plenary in Agartala starting Dec 20

India TV News

Tripura will be hosting the much-anticipated 72nd Plenary Session of the North Eastern Council commencing from December 20 in Agartala. The Pre-Plenary Thematic and Technical sessions will see central ministries presenting their developmental agendas for the North Eastern Region, setting the tone for the main plenary. The event will see the presence of NEC members, Governors, Chief Ministers, Chief Secretaries …

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3 days, 15 hours ago

'Can't speak Kannada in Bengaluru? Come to Delhi': Cars24 CEO's hiring post is viral

India Today

Vikram Chopra, CEO of the online used car marketplace Cars24, has triggered a debate on social media with a hiring post that has gone viral. The graphic itself invoked the ongoing language debate in Bengaluru, stating, “Still can’t speak Kannada after years in Bengaluru? One user commented, “Delhi NCR has its charm, but before calling it ‘better,’ let’s take a …

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4 days, 15 hours ago

Aanand L Rai on filmmaking and the success behind Colour Yellow Productions

India Today

Aanand L Rai’s Colour Yellow Productions has emerged as a powerhouse in Indian cinema, redefining the industry’s dynamics and reaping remarkable profits along the way. Other films like ‘Raanjhanaa’ earned over Rs 85 crore globally and ‘Tumbbad’, which redefined horror and earned cult status, further established the brand’s ability to produce critically acclaimed and financially successful ventures. With ventures spanning …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Regional polls lead gives boost to Prabowo

China Daily

Indonesian President Prabowo Subianto reads out vows, taken by newly appointed ministers during an inauguration at the Presidential palace in Jakarta, Oct 21, 2024. Indonesia's ruling coalition dominated the nation's first-ever simultaneous regional elections, with the newly elected local officials expected to contribute to President Prabowo Subianto's national development targets, analysts said. Lucius Karus, a senior researcher at the legislative …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

Iran key services shut as rial plunges amid energy crisis, regional tension

Al Jazeera

Tehran, Iran – Tens of millions of people across Iran are facing major disruptions as authorities shut down services in the face of an exacerbating energy and currency crisis amid historic regional tensions. The power outages were largely within the summertime before now, but have recently hit with winter’s first cold, with even state television experts issuing stern warnings that …

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West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions

China Daily

International experts are urging Western countries, including the United States, to lift sanctions against the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, claiming the measures are based on unsubstantiated allegations of "forced labor" and have caused widespread job losses. "Anything associated with Xinjiang is now accused of being linked to 'forced labor,' and the accused must prove their innocence," Douhan said via video …

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West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions

China Daily

By Mao Weihua in Urumqi and Cui Jia in Beijing | China Daily | Updated: 2024-12-18 09:24 International experts are urging Western countries, including the United States, to lift sanctions against the Xinjiang Uygur autonomous region, claiming the measures are based on unsubstantiated allegations of "forced labor" and have caused widespread job losses. "Anything associated with Xinjiang is now accused …

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5 days, 15 hours ago

California declares first statewide emergency over bird flu

Politico

But Newsom said the detection on Dec. 12 of the flu to cows in Southern California necessitated “a shift from regional containment to statewide monitoring and response.” This makes California the first state to issue such a sweeping declaration after Colorado announced a targeted emergency in one county, according to Newsom’s Deputy Communications Director Elana Ross. The CDC also on …

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5 days, 20 hours ago

NSO Launches Regional Training Camp for NSS 90th Round Survey

Deccan Chronicle

Hyderabad: The National Statistical Office, Hyderabad, has launched a four-day regional training camp under the Union ministry of statistics and programme implementation, at the CR Rao Institute of Mathematics and Statistics, Gachibowli. In his address, Dr Yugandhar said that the statistics play an important role in shaping policy frameworks, and training initiatives like these equip officers with the necessary skills …

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One Nation, One Election bill tabled in Lok Sabha: Who is in favour? Who is opposing it?

Firstpost

The Centre has introduced the Constitution Bill, 2024, better known as the One Nation, One Election Bill, in the Lok Sabha. VIDEO | Union Law Minister Arjun Ram Meghwal moves 'one nation, one election' bills for introduction in Lok Sabha.#OneNationOneElectionBill pic.twitter.com/vgPvelEwLu — Press Trust of India December 17, 2024 Let’s take a closer look. JD chief spokesperson Neeraj Kumar had …

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6 days, 4 hours ago

How Turkey is taking a strategic turn from Turkism to Islamism

Firstpost

Turkey’s decision to replace “Central Asia” with “Turkestan” reflects a broader strategy to redefine its regional and global role. By fostering a shared Turkic identity and promoting Islamist governance, Turkey seeks to strengthen its influence in Central Asia and beyond Under President Recep Tayyip Erdoğan political Islam and pan-Islamism have become integral to both domestic and foreign policies of Turkey. …

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First in a decade, Iran’s president to visit Egypt this week for D-8 summit

Firstpost

Egypt is hosting the summit of the D-8 Organization for Economic Cooperation, which also includes Bangladesh, Indonesia, Malaysia, Nigeria, Pakistan and Turkey Iranian President Masoud Pezeshkian will take part in a summit of big Muslim countries in Egypt on Thursday, Foreign Ministry spokesperson Esmaeil Baghaei said, the first visit by an Iranian president to Egypt in more than a decade. …

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How Dissanayake’s Delhi visit is a show of India's diplomatic deftness

Firstpost

This visit has demonstrated that even in challenging times, with careful planning and mutual respect, diplomacy can achieve remarkable outcomes Sri Lankan President Anura Kumar Dissanayake’s recent visit to India has been widely regarded as a landmark in fostering stronger bilateral relations between the two neighbours. Tradition Meets Pragmatism One of the noteworthy aspects of the visit was President Dissanayake’s …

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6 days, 15 hours ago

Why Penrith is proudly embracing the mythic panther as a survivor and protective figure

ABC

In Penrith and the lower Blue Mountains, every second person has a story about the mythical panther: a fleeting glimpse of a large creature, a suspicious paw print, an animal carcass in a tree, or simply a sense of being watched. "I find when you mention the panther, you've got two camps," Bilpin artist Regina Walter says. Featuring headlines like …

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6 days, 15 hours ago

Job advertisement barring South Indians sparks outrage, exposes regional bias in hiring practices

India TV News

A job There is a job post that details general technical specifications and responsibilities, such as collaborating with the stakeholders and providing data solutions. This open-face discrimination sparked intense reactions over this, with many users condemning it as an example of regional bias in hiring practices. Some pointed out how many South Indians migrated from their states and countries in …

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6 days, 22 hours ago

How will Labour’s plans for devolution actually work?

The Independent

Angela Rayner, deputy prime minister and still the darling of her party, is a restless woman. It will force many smaller district councils into larger units, and encourage existing historic counties such as Essex, Kent and Norfolk to combine and create larger territories overseen by powerful “metro mayors”. Rayner says: “Our English Devolution white paper will be a turning point …

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6 days, 23 hours ago

Watch: The Syrian civil war | A timeline of the 13-year struggle that overthrew Assad

The Hindu

In December 2024, the world watched in shock as Bashar al-Assad’s iron grip over Syria unravelled in a matter of days, bringing an abrupt end to a brutal 14-year civil war. This video takes on a comprehensive journey through Syria’s tumultuous history, starting from the uprising in 2011 that spiralled into a full-scale civil war. With exclusive insights into the …

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Pakistan has made significant progress in countering terrorist financing, says US State Department report

The Hindu

Pakistan has made substantial progress in countering terrorist financing and addressing regional extremist networks, a US State Department report states while also highlighting significant security challenges, including a sharp rise in terrorist attacks in 2023. Madrassas’ compliance The report notes Pakistan’s continued efforts in countering violent extremism, including operating “deradicalisation” camps in Khyber Pakhtunkhwa that provide corrective religious education, vocational …

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China slams Philippines’ decision to acquire US Typhon missile system

Arrest warrant against former cricketer Robin Uthappa in PF fraud case

LIVE | Kerala Lottery Result Today (21.12.2024): KARUNYA KR-685 SATURDAY 3 PM Draw DECLARED

Regional court faults El Salvador for denying a mother’s access to abortion, violating her rights

An ethnic armed group in western Myanmar claims to have captured a major regional army headquarters

Naovina Development Of IP And Research Foundation: Round Table Discussion On Strengthening IP For Innovation & Cultural Preservation In South Asia [21st - 22nd Dec]

Tripura to host much-awaited 72nd North Eastern Council Plenary in Agartala starting Dec 20

'Can't speak Kannada in Bengaluru? Come to Delhi': Cars24 CEO's hiring post is viral

Aanand L Rai on filmmaking and the success behind Colour Yellow Productions

Regional polls lead gives boost to Prabowo

Iran key services shut as rial plunges amid energy crisis, regional tension

West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions

West urged to lift Xinjiang sanctions

California declares first statewide emergency over bird flu

NSO Launches Regional Training Camp for NSS 90th Round Survey

One Nation, One Election bill tabled in Lok Sabha: Who is in favour? Who is opposing it?

How Turkey is taking a strategic turn from Turkism to Islamism

First in a decade, Iran’s president to visit Egypt this week for D-8 summit

How Dissanayake’s Delhi visit is a show of India's diplomatic deftness

Why Penrith is proudly embracing the mythic panther as a survivor and protective figure

Job advertisement barring South Indians sparks outrage, exposes regional bias in hiring practices

How will Labour’s plans for devolution actually work?

Watch: The Syrian civil war | A timeline of the 13-year struggle that overthrew Assad

Pakistan has made significant progress in countering terrorist financing, says US State Department report